General Manager, Foundational Learning & Equity

NZ Ministry of Education; Wellington; On-site; NZD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

NZ Ministry of Education, Wellington, is seeking an exceptional General Manager for Progress and Achievement. This senior role within Te Poutāhū | Curriculum Centre leads system-wide initiatives to improve foundational learning outcomes across literacy, te reo matatini and numeracy, supporting equity and excellence for all learners.

You will translate Government priorities into delivery plans, align multiple stakeholders, and drive measurable improvements with rigorous performance monitoring in

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex programmes and leading large organisations or systems.
• Strong understanding of effective teaching and learning practice.
• Ability translating Government priorities into delivery plans and practical action.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders and inform decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead action plans, interventions and resources that support quality teaching and learning.
• Provide high-quality advice to senior leaders and Ministers.
• Drive results through strong performance monitoring in a dynamic environment.
• Shape a nationally coordinated approach to foundational learning.

Skills

Senior leadership

Data-informed decision making

Stakeholder collaboration

Strategic thinking

Public sector understanding

Te Tiriti o Waitangi awareness

Job description

NZ Ministry of Education, Wellington, is seeking an exceptional General Manager for Progress and Achievement. This senior role within Te Poutāhū | Curriculum Centre leads system-wide initiatives to improve foundational learning outcomes across literacy, te reo matatini and numeracy, supporting equity and excellence for all learners.

You will translate Government priorities into delivery plans, align multiple stakeholders, and drive measurable improvements with rigorous performance monitoring in